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Voted Englands Most Beautiful Village, a Storybook Cotswold Home

Voted Englands Most Beautiful Village, a Storybook Cotswold Home

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Front of home
A dark blue Christmas sky
Winter dusk
Partial side view, down the river
Living/Drawing Room

Overview of Voted Englands Most Beautiful Village, a Storybook Cotswold Home

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
6 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Lower Slaughter
  • Popular LocationCotswold Motoring Museum4 min drive
  • Popular LocationThe Model Village4 min drive
  • Popular LocationCotswold Farm Park9 min drive
  • AirportLondon (LHR-Heathrow)108 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Annex

1 Queen Bed

Attic

1 King Bed

Br 2 - Singles convert to King

2 Single Beds

Br 3 - Bunk Room

1 Single Bunk Bed

Br 4 - Single converts to full King Bed

1 King Bed

Living room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living room 2

1 Single Murphy Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Voted Englands Most Beautiful Village, a Storybook Cotswold Home

Brook House is a unique home situated in one of the most stunning Costwold villages. As featured in the recent film "Emma," the village of Lower Slaughter is often the top destination recommended by tour guides when directing visitors to the Cotswolds. Featured on travel documentaries, magazine covers and post cards throughout the world, the village has garnered numerous awards, including "Most Beautiful Village in England", "Most Beautiful Village in the Cotswolds", "Most Picturesque Towns & Villages in Gloucestershire" and "Most Romantic Street in Britain". Brook House was selected for the front cover of the "Cotswolds 2023 Calendar" and is the most prominent house at the center of the village on the banks of the River Eye. The residence is unmatched in it's offering, including a stunning, picturesque riverside setting as well as the huge variety of nearby amenities & activities, many within walking distance or a drive of 2 to 10 minutes. This is also a rare Cotswold home with air-conditioning, of benefit during the increasingly warm summers. Don't be fooled by many other Cotswold listings - set in rural isolation where you are forced to drive 10 minutes to reach a shop or pub. In contrast, from the house you can stroll outside your front door past the ducks and swans on the river and host a children's paper boat race. You can stop by the stables for a horse ride or take a 15 minute walk through the flower filled meadows, past grazing sheep to the sister village of Upper Slaughter, or walk along the river in the opposite direction to Bourton-on-the-Water. From Brook House there are multiple options for lunch, high tea, dinner or shopping, many within walking distance. The historic 14th century market town of Stow-on-the-Wold is a 5 minute drive, while Blenheim Palace, Sudeley Castle & Stratford-upon-Avon, Shakespeare’s birthplace, are a short drive away. For dining options, Upper & Lower Slaughter are home to the award winning "Lords of the Manor" restaurant, the grand "Slaughters Manor House" (a 5 minute walk) and "The Slaughters Country Inn" (a 2 minute walk, across the bridge over the River Eye) and a selection of lovely gastro-pubs are a few minutes drive away. The house has been fully refurbished in recent years, has full cable TV in 3 locations, WiFi and Sonos with a selection of global radio stations and music, providing a high level of comfort while maintaining Cotswold charm and the feeling of a bygone era. The home offers sleeping accommodation for up to 12, including the 6 bedrooms, we also have airbeds for kids who want to stay in the same room as family or friends and a travel cot for infants & toddlers. As owners we have an outstanding reputation on HomeAway. Please refer to our sister property on Nantucket (off Cape Cod, near Boston) 3003175. Our family spends time each year in every property to ensure it is maintained to the highest standards and exudes the warmth and comfort of a family home in some of the most stunning settings in England and the U.S.A.

Property manager

Robin N
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

About the area

Cheltenham

This holiday home is located in Cheltenham. Broadway Tower Country Park and Batsford Arboretum reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Cotswold Wildlife Park and The Model Village. Travelling with kids? Consider Birdland Park and Gardens, or check out an event or a game at Prescott Shooting School.

What's nearby

  • Cotswold Motoring Museum - 4 min drive
  • The Model Village - 4 min drive
  • Birdland Park and Gardens - 4 min drive
  • Cotswold Countryside Collection - 9 min drive
  • Cotswold Farm Park - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Moreton-In-Marsh Station - 20 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Mousetrap Inn - 3 min drive
  • The Willow - 4 min drive
  • The Chip Shed - 4 min drive
  • The Kingsbridge Inn - 4 min drive
  • Duke of Wellington Inn - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Voted Englands Most Beautiful Village, a Storybook Cotswold Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Voted Englands Most Beautiful Village, a Storybook Cotswold Home?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Voted Englands Most Beautiful Village, a Storybook Cotswold Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Voted Englands Most Beautiful Village, a Storybook Cotswold Home located?

This family-friendly Cheltenham holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Old Mill, The Model Village and Birdland Park and Gardens. Cotswold Motoring Museum and Bourton Model Railway Exhibition are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wendy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house in a magical setting
The house was exactly what we wanted. Olde world with modern conveniences. It was truly a magical experience. A true British Christmas. The owners went over and above to make us welcome, including a decorated Christmas tree And welcome package. I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic home in an idyllic village
Stunningly beautiful home in the Cotswolds with incredible location. Very responsive and helpful host.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Beautiful house
A really beautiful property in a great location in a very pretty village. Lots of room for a family of 11. No stores in the village but a great place to eat just across the cute bridge.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alden D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Like Brigadoon
Village and property more than quaint; friendly locals with stories; readily accessible to surrounding villages; countryside; house itself more than gracious, with lovely kitchen and garden. Countryside Inn over the river, just right. In all a gracious, captivating presence that leaves a great memory.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
River Cottage was perfect for our family of 12 with 3 generations
We loved our stay at River Cottage. Only had difficulty communicating with owner regarding when we could enter as not rented before us and spent many hours waiting to hear. Finally, just went an hour before scheduled and entered easily. Communication a problem, not the house which was just perfect. Great location, great house, well stocked.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Robin N

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We live between the U.K. and U.S. (American husband, English wife) and take pride in creating homes for our family which we love, then offering those to discerning renters when we are not there.

Why they chose this property

This romantic home is unique, featured on postcards, in magazines and television editorials about the Cotswolds dating back more than a century. Just steps from your door there are a variety of Amenities, including the Slaughters Manor House, the Michelin starred Lords of the Manor, and the Old Mill, which has many hand carved home furnishings ranging from carving boards to bird houses, beautiful leather goods, 40's and 50's era big band and crooner CD's, as well as a selection of hand made sandwiches, biscuits and teas. A few minutes away are Bourton-on-the-Water, Stow-on-the-Wold, a bit further drive will take you to Blenheim Palace, Sudeley Castle, and Shakespeare's birthplace, Statford-upon-Avon.

What makes this property unique

Location, location, location. A stunning position in a beautiful village with easy access to all Cotswolds amenities - wifi high speed fiber internet, full Cable with "catch up" TV offering thousand of TV series and movies going back many years, Sonos Music system offering radio stations from around the world, as well as the opportunity to pick and tailor your own genre of music

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